May weather forecast
Binte, Guinea-Bissau

The last month of the spring, May, is another torrid month in Binte, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature varying between 35.3°C (95.5°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

The initiation of May records an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.3°C (95.5°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Nighttime temperatures in May average to a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F) in Binte.

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Binte is 56%.

Rainfall

In Binte, in May, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. In Binte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.1 days and collects up to 677mm (26.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Binte, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:25 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Binte is 9.8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.